1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1972 Mini MK III
To start off, 1973 Fiat 130 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mini MK III would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1972 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 1972 Mini MK III | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | 130 | MK III |
Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |